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Joe Fortes
- 777 Thurlow St.
Vancouver V6E 3V5 - 604-669-1940
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Editorial Review
Even a century after arriving in Canada, Seraphim “Joe” Fortes inspired so much love in his adopted hometown (and the West End beach where the volunteer lifeguard taught generations to swim), they named the quintessential Vancouver restaurant after him. Over thirty years later, the warmth of the Barbadian-born namesake shines through in a soul-cuddling welcome - led by Frenchy, the undisputed king of Vancouver Maitre d’s - and achingly fresh surf and turf that makes every return visit the best yet. Rooftop scene shifts from power lunch to a pulchritudinous crunch faster than you can say buck-a-shuck happy hour oysters.
Features
- Business Dining
- After Work
- Bar Scene
- Bar/Lounge on Premises
- Brunch
- Brunch Standout
- Casual Date Spot
- Celeb Hangout
- Celeb Sightings
- Classic
- Date Spot
- Desserts Exceptional
- Dine At The Bar
- Family-Friendly Dining
- Good for Groups
- Good Service
- Green
- Group Dining
- Happy Hour
- Happy Hour Standout
- Historic Setting
- Internet Access
- Hot Spot
- Local Favorite
- Lunch
- Lunch Spot
- Non-Smoking
- Notable Chef
- Notable Wine List
- Notable Beer List
- Organic
- Outdoor Area
- Outdoor Dining
- People Watching
- Online Reservations
- Power Lunch
- Private Parties
- Private Rooms
- Romantic Dining
- Rooftop
- Sommelier
- Special Occasion Dining
- Theater District Dining
- Upscale Casual Dining
- Uptown Style
- Valet Parking
- Wine List Extensive
- Prix Fixe Menu
- Prix-Fixe
Attributes
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Price:
$$$ -
Reservations:
Recommended -
Alcohol:
Full Bar -
Vibe:
Bustling/Boisterous, Locals, Romantic/Date Spot - Restaurant Type:
Seafood, Steak, Pacific
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